URBAN RISK MANAGEMENT: THE NEED FOR A PROFESSIONAL CIVIL DEFENSE FOR SMART AND RESILIENT CITIES

Abstract

The article explores the role of smart cities in promoting sustainability and resilience in the face of climate change. With urban growth and increasing climate threats, it is imperative to develop solutions that ensure the efficient use of resources and adaptation to extreme events. Smart cities, by integrating technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, and artificial intelligence, allow for more efficient urban management, optimizing energy, water, and transportation consumption, while improving the ability to monitor and respond to natural disasters. The study analyzes examples of cities around the world that have implemented technological solutions aimed at sustainability and climate resilience, such as Copenhagen and Curitiba, highlighting the positive impacts of these initiatives. It is concluded that the combination of technological innovation and sustainable public policies is essential to face the challenges of cities in the twenty-first century.